Yay you’re getting married and you’ve started looking at wedding invitations… then you realise there are so many different wording options. Let’s chat about the different options for wedding invitation wording and I’ll give you some samples. Let’s look at what you need to consider.
Who is hosting the wedding?
When you consider wedding invitation wording samples, first think about who is hosting the wedding. The bride and groom, the brides parents, the grooms parents, both sets of parents, or it can be anybody else you want to include.
Sample of wedding invitation wording:
- {Bride’s Name} and {Groom’s Name} are getting married. This is an example of wedding invitation wording casual and is used when the couple are hosting. Check out the Emily Collection for this example wording.
- {Bride’s Name} and {Groom’s Name} together with their families invite you to celebrate their marriage. Check out the Alexandra and Pippa Collections for this example wording
- Together with their families {Bride’s Name} and {Groom’s Name} invite you to celebrate their marriage. Check out the Sara Collection for this example wording.
- Mr and Mrs {Father of the Bride’s Name} request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter {Bride’s Name} to {Groom’s Name}. This is an example of wedding invitation wording formal and is used when the parents are hosting the wedding. Check out the Petite Fleur Collection for this example wording.
Names of the Couple
There is formal wedding invitation wording etiquette but depending on the style of your wedding will decide is this is right for you or not. Traditionally the bride’s name is printed first but you can go against tradition and print the groom’s name first. For same sex marriages you have the choice of who you want to choose to print first – many couples choose whichever they think sounds best for both of their names.
The location of the wedding
Always include the location of the ceremony, traditionally the full address would be included but it is now acceptable to include the ceremony location name and the general area as people can find the location themselves.
The Date and Times
You can choose the formal style of wording by including the full date and time or you can mix it up with full text writing, for example TWENTY SECOND OF APRIL or using roman numerals is another very elegant idea.
Reception Details
The format for the reception details follows a similar style to the ceremony location. You should include the name of the location and either it’s full address or it’s general location address. Be sure to also include the time the reception starts at and the expected finish time.
RSVP details
You have a few options when it comes to rsvp wedding invitation wording. Many couples choose an RSVP card which goes out with an addressed envelope with their invitation. The second option is to include the RSVP details on the bottom of the invitation or the third option is to include the RSVP website details on a details insert card. Whichever you choose is up to you and all are totally acceptable ways of including your RSVP details.
Details Cards
The details card can include many items of information, some of which I’ve listed below. Have a think about the most important information you want your guests to know and include this on the wedding details card. The wording of your wedding details card can include items like those listed below.
- Inviting children
- Accommodation
- Directions
- Gift List
- Website RSVP
- Dress Code
- Dietary Requirements
- Transportation
There are many options for wedding invitation wording and you will find the one that matches your style best, as a couple and for your wedding. Never worry if your wording is different to someone else’s as there is no right or wrong, there’s just you and your wedding! For more wedding inspiration check out my instagram page.
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